August 21, 2025
On Campus vs. Off Campus: How Your Housing Choice Impacts FAFSA
Choosing to live on or off campus is more than just a lifestyle decision; it can also impact your financial…
August 18, 2025
The Role of a Cosigner in Private Student Loans: A Comprehensive Guide
Key Takeaways Cosigners share full legal responsibility for loan repayment On-time payments can build credit, while missed payments may harm…
August 8, 2025
Big News for Borrowers: FAFSA Opens Early for 2026-27
The U.S. Department of Education has made a major move to help college-bound students and their families: the 2026-27 Free…
August 5, 2025
How the “Big Beautiful Bill” Will Affect Your Student Loans
Change is coming to federal student loans, and whether you’re a current borrower, planning for college, or helping your kids…
July 22, 2025
Your Guide to Covering College Living Expenses
Key Takeaways Private student loans can help cover qualified education-related expenses These expenses may include housing, textbooks, laptops, and transportation…
July 16, 2025
Beginning Your Student Loan Application: A Guide for High School Students
Key Takeaways High school students should begin preparing for student loans during junior or senior year. Completing the FAFSA early…
June 30, 2025
Mixing Federal and Private Student Loans
Key Takeaways Federal student loans should typically be used first due to borrower protections Private student loans can help cover…
March 18, 2025
How Do I Get My Student Loan Refund Check?
Key Takeaways Student loan funds are typically sent directly to your school, not to you Schools apply funds to tuition,…
February 21, 2025
TikTok Budgeting Trends To Know
TikTok Budgeting Trends The Rise of Loud Budgeting, Soft Savings, Doom Spending, and Girl Math Social media, particularly TikTok, has…
February 5, 2025
5 Tips for Students Filing Taxes for the First Time
5 Tips for Students Filing Taxes for the First Time Many people filing their taxes for the first time this…
January 21, 2025
Understanding Generation Z’s Approach to College
Understanding Generation Z’s Approach to College Introduction As Generation Z (Gen Z) prepares to enter college, their approach is markedly…
January 15, 2025
How to Network During College
Building Connections That Last Networking during college is a crucial skill that can open doors to internships, job opportunities, and…